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_aClouston, W. A. _q(William Alexander), _d1843-1896 |
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_aThe Book of Noodles : _bStories of Simpletons; or, Fools and Their Follies |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2004-07-26 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Bob Jones, Frank van Drogen, Carol David and PG Distributed Proofreaders | ||
| 520 | _a"The Book of Noodles: Stories of Simpletons; or, Fools and Their Follies" by W. A. Clouston is a collection of humorous tales written in the late 19th century. The work explores the theme of folly, presenting a variety of stories centered around simpletons—their absurdities, misunderstandings, and the often ludicrous situations in which they find themselves. The narrative draws on folklore from diverse cultures, illustrating how tales of foolish characters have transcended geographical boundaries and time periods. The opening portion of the book provides valuable context and an introduction to the concept of noodle stories, which are anecdotes focusing on the foolishness of characters from various traditions, including early Buddhist writings and European folklore. In the preface, Clouston explains the historic origins of these tales and emphasizes their recurring themes across different cultures, such as the wise folly of the inhabitants of Gotham and other locales. The first chapter delves into ancient Grecian noodle stories, showcasing characters who, often through misguided logic, find themselves in ridiculous situations—highlighting that while fools may stumble into fortunate outcomes, their blunders serve to illustrate the quirks of human nature. This collection promises both amusement and insight into the timeless nature of folly, making it an engaging read for those interested in humor, folklore, and cultural history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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| 653 | _aFools and jesters | ||
| 653 | _aTricksters | ||
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